Basmati Rice With Black Cardamom

1. 1

   Split open the cardamom pods and remove the sticky seeds, discarding the pods.

2. 2

   Separate the seeds with a sharp knife and crush them with a mortar and pestle or in a coffee grinder.

3. 3

   In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the cardamom seeds and bay leaf, and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Add chopped onion and cook, stirring, until onions are tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Add basmati rice, cook, stirring, until the grains look milky and opaque, about 3 minutes.

6. 6

   Add water, salt and pepper and bring to simmer, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan and cook until the liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove the pan from the heat, let steam for 5 minutes. Uncover and fluff with a fork.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.